Personal Assistant/Support Worker

Position Title: Personal Assistant/Support WorkerLocation: Worksop/North NottinghamshireHourly Rate: £12.92Hours Per Week PT 10 hours per weekVacancy Type PermanentJob Reference: SOLOFBKClosing Date: 31st October 2025About The RoleWould you like to support a Coronation Street Super FanWe are looking for a supportive, energetic, and compassionate personto join us in providing one-to-one support for a 33-year-old woman who has a learning disability, limited mobility and other support needs. Youll also be providing support with,daily routines, mobility needs, as well as helping to manage her health conditions safely and sensitively and providing companionship.This is a rewarding and varied role where youll make a real difference every day by helping her live a fulfilling, enjoyable, and safe life. She thrives on routine, structure, and familiar faces, so were looking for someone who can be consistent, reliable, and confident in following established care plans and boundaries.At the same time, she has a wonderful, bubbly personality and loves music, singing, and performing so this role would really suit someone who can bring enthusiasm, positivity, and creativity to her day. Whether its singing along to her favourite tunes, helping her enjoy sensory activities, or supporting her to attend local events, your energy and encouragement will be key.If youre someone who can balance kindness and funwith professionalism, and youre passionate about helping others live their best life, wed love to hear from you.About MeIm a young woman with many lovely qualities, I love listening to music, colouring, going to the cinema, bowling and the hairdressers and beauty salon. I use Makaton as one form of communication, and you will be trained in this. I live in my own home with my Mum and Stepdad, and I want to enjoy life, and I need the right support to help me with this. Im looking for a caring and reliable Personal Assistant to support me and someone who I can build a positive relationship with. You will help me live as independently and fully as possiblewhether thats at home or out in the community. I need support with day-to-day living, preparing meals, and I need you to support me when I have behaviours of distress.Person SpecificationPersonal QualitiesA bubbly, positive, and caring personality with a good sense of fun.Patience, empathy, and understanding when supporting someone with complex needs.The ability to be clear, consistent, and confident in following established routines, boundaries, and care plans.A reliable and trustworthy nature, with a commitment to promoting dignity, respect, and independence.A genuine interest in music, singing, or performing, and enthusiasm for bringing joy and creativity into everyday life.Skills And ExperienceExperience supporting individuals with Learning Disabilities, Epilepsy, or complex health needs (paid or unpaid).Ability to recognise and respond appropriately to signs of anxiety or changes in behaviour.Confidence in assisting with personal care and supporting limited mobility safely.Good communication skills able to build positive relationships, listen attentively, and provide reassurance.Full UK Driving LicenceAbility to work calmly under pressure, especially during health-related or behavioural incidents.Values and ApproachCommitted to promoting person-centred support and improving quality of life.Respectful of confidentiality, privacy, and choice at all times.A team player who can also work independently when required.Flexible and adaptable to meet changing needs or routinesBenefitsIn return for your dedication, youll receive a competitive rate of pay in addition to:5.6 weeks holiday per year (pro-rata for part-time positions).Company pension scheme after 3 months service, subject to the scheme rules.Opportunity to join our Cash Back Health Plan, after successful completion of the probation period.Free training and development for all roles.Access to wellbeing and support tools.Star of the Month rewards.And so much more!SAFER RECRUITMENTAll roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and are exempt from the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. As part of our Safer Recruitment practices, any offer of employment will be conditional pending receipt of satisfactory references (see our Safer Recruitment Policy for more information).SAFEGUARDING COMMITMENTSolo Support Services recognises that everyone has the right to be safe from abuse and neglect. We will actively promote the safety, health and well-being of everyone in our care by fostering an honest, open, caring and supportive climate within the organisation. We believe that safeguarding is everyones responsibility.Please be advised that decisions regarding applications and employment are made in conjunction with our client. Therefore, applications will be shared with them for consideration. We will anonymise all information provided to us to ensure your data is kept confidential prior to an offer of interview. You can view our privacy policy on our website: www. solosupportservices.co.uk/aboutusLNKD1_UKTJ